Health Advice for Hajj and Umrah in Saudi Arabia

The annual Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia is amongst the largest mass gatherings in the world.

It draws about 3 million Muslims from around the world. Each year, more than a thousand Muslims from Singapore make the pilgrimage. Umrah is a similar pilgrimage that many Muslims take during the month of Ramadan.

Here are some tips to help keep you safe and healthy during your pilgrimage.

Before your trip, ensure that your vaccines are up-to-date.

The Meningitis Vaccine is mandatory if you are travelling to Saudi Arabia to take part in the pilgrimage.

Although not mandatory, it would be good to make sure you are up-to-date for the following vaccines: